bryonia

[brahy-oh-nee-uh]

bryonia Definition

• 1. any of several plants of the gourd family, especially the vine Bryonia dioica, having red or black berries and a bitter root
• 2. a homeopathic medicine made from the root of this plant, used to treat various ailments such as constipation, joint pain, and respiratory issues

Phrases with bryonia

• white bryony

  a European vine with greenish-white flowers and red berries, Bryonia alba

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• black bryony

  a European vine with greenish-yellow flowers and black berries, Tamus communis

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• bryonia root

  the root of any of these plants, used in traditional medicine and homeopathy

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Summary: bryonia in Brief

Bryonia [brahy-oh-nee-uh] is a plant of the gourd family, known for its bitter root and red or black berries. It is used in traditional medicine and homeopathy to treat various ailments, including constipation, joint pain, and respiratory issues.